1987 Isuzu Piazza vs. 1979 Isuzu 117
To start off, 1987 Isuzu Piazza is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Isuzu 117. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Isuzu 117 would be higher. At 2,236 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Isuzu 117 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Isuzu Piazza (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1979 Isuzu 117. (72 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 1979 Isuzu 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 95 kg more than 1979 Isuzu 117. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Isuzu Piazza (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Isuzu 117. (139 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1987 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Isuzu 117.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Isuzu Piazza | 1979 Isuzu 117 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Isuzu |
| Model | Piazza | 117 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2236 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 21.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |
